Narayanganj, Bangladesh

Capital City

With a population of nearly 1 million, Narayanganj is the 5th largest city in Bangladesh. It's a hub of business and industry, especially the jute trade and textile sector. However, the bureaucracy is a persistent headache - the city only gained its own municipal government in 2011 after previously being split across three smaller municipalities. Despite high literacy rates, the education system is uneven, with some top colleges achieving only middling exam pass rates. Overall, Narayanganj offers economic opportunity but is not for the faint of heart.